The One Leg Stand test: What you need to know Imagine you’re driving home one evening when you see the flashing lights of a police car signaling you to pull over. If the officer suspects you’re under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you might be asked to perform a…
As the holiday season unfolds in Durham, North Carolina, with its sparkling lights and festive gatherings, it brings with it a need for heightened awareness around driving while impaired (DWI). This time of year, filled with joy and celebration, can also be fraught with the risks associated with holiday drinking.…
FAQ about DWI charges in Durham NC If you have been arrested for driving while impaired in Durham, North Carolina, it is important to understand the potential consequences of DWI. The state of North Carolina has strict laws regarding DWI charges and penalties. If you are convicted of an NC…
A conviction for DWI in North Carolina can make it hard to drive to work and find affordable insurance. In some instances, entry of a judgment of guilt may result in probation, jail, and loss of your driver’s license as issued by NCDMV. It’s, therefore, understandable people want to know,…
On the last day of 2020, the Court of Appeals again reminded DWI lawyers in North Carolina, prosecutors, and judges of the importance of technical compliance with statutory and constitutional protections relative to DWI Checkpoints in NC. North Carolina v. Deshandra Cobb or “State v. Cobb” (No. COA19681) is penned…
DWI charges in Durham are serious stuff. If you’ve been arrested and charged with “drunk driving,” it’s important to start your legal defense as soon as possible. That may include obtaining copies of the Charging Officer Affidavit, any arrest notes, police reports, dash-camera footage, and body-cam recordings. Effective DWI defenses…